Former Hibs Chairman Rod Petrie Dies Aged 69

Rod Petrie, a pivotal figure in Scottish football, has passed away at age 69 after a long battle with cancer. He served Hibernian FC for nearly three decades, initially as an advisor during Sir Tom Farmer's takeover in 1991, then joining the board in 1996, becoming managing director in 1997, and chairman in 2004 before stepping down in 2019 after the club was sold to American businessman Ron Gordon. During his tenure, Hibs won the Scottish Cup in 2016, their first in 114 years, and the League Cup in 2007, while Petrie played a key role in the club's financial stability and progression. Beyond Hibs, Petrie was deeply involved with the Scottish Football Association (SFA), serving in various roles over 20 years and becoming its president in 2019, overseeing Scottish football during the Covid-19 pandemic and Scotland's return to a major tournament at Euro 2020. He was widely respected for his passion, intellect, and commitment to the game, with tributes highlighting his negotiation skills and dedication to securing the survival of clubs through challenging times. Petrie's legacy includes his instrumental role in the creation of the Scottish Premier League and his steadfast leadership during both prosperous and difficult periods for Scottish football.